The Tattooist of Auschwitz
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Narrated by:
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Richard Armitage
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By:
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Heather Morris
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The Tattooist of Auschwitz is based on the true story of Lale and Gita Sokolov, two Slovakian Jews who survived Auschwitz and eventually made their home in Australia. In that terrible place, Lale was given the job of tattooing the prisoners marked for survival - literally scratching numbers into his fellow victims' arms in indelible ink to create what would become one of the most potent symbols of the Holocaust. Lale used the infinitesimal freedom of movement that this position awarded him to exchange jewels and money taken from murdered Jews for food to keep others alive. If he had been caught, he would have been killed; many owed him their survival.
There have been many books about the Holocaust - and there will be many more. What makes this one so memorable is Lale Sokolov's incredible zest for life. He understood exactly what was in store for him and his fellow prisoners, and he was determined to survive - not just to survive but to leave the camp with his dignity and integrity intact, to live his life to the full. Terrible though this story is, it is also a story of hope and of courage. It is also - almost unbelievably - a love story. Waiting in line to be tattooed, terrified and shaking, was a young girl. For Lale - a dandy, a jack-the-lad, a bit of a chancer - it was love at first sight, and he determined not only to survive himself but to ensure that Gita did, too. His story - their story - will make you weep, but you will also find it uplifting. It shows the very best of humanity in the very worst of circumstances.
Like many survivors, Lale and Gita told few people their story after the war. They eventually made their way to Australia, where they raised a son and had a successful life. But when Gita died, Lale felt he could no longer carry the burden of their past alone. He chose to tell his story.
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- Ms. J. E. Watkins
- 25-02-18
Gripping, emotional and humbling.
I could not stop listening to this book. I found myself engrossed. Despite other reviews, I found no issues with the volume. This story stops you in your tracks. I would highly recommend.
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- Christina Joseph
- 11-03-18
Brilliant
Heart wrenching and Heart warming in equal measure... well narrated and great writing of a story that deserves to be told.
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- Susan
- 12-10-19
Quality of the recording spoiled the experience...
Very sadly this recording was spoilt by the poor quality of the audio book. Shame.
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- Paul Murphy
- 06-06-18
We ALL can never forget.
This book will touch your heart. Open it. Be watchful of those who promise so much. They bring more than they offer, and often fail to deliver what they promise.
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- frances bell
- 26-07-20
Amazing
This book is so profound I loved it from start to finish couldn't put it down read in one go. Is a book that will stay with me for a long time the love that lale and gita share is so inspiring.
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- katie appleyard
- 17-04-20
loved it
A love story through a harrowing time. Couldn't stop listening. An easy to follow story line but uneasy listening at times. Would recommend
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- Anonymous User
- 07-05-20
Life Affirming
It was as moving a story of human triumph over adversity as I have ever read or heard told.
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- Jake
- 19-04-20
Utterly Compelling & Deeply Moving
Simply an incredible story. Beautifully written and an essential read or listen. Perfectly fitting narration.
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- Paris Saunders
- 23-04-20
Incredible, harrowing yet heart filling
After watching numerous documentaries and visiting both Auschwitz & Auschwitz Birkenau in Poland last year, I knew I had to read/listen to this book... And I’m so glad I did. It’s truly heartbreaking and heartwarming at the same time, I finished it in a day!!
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- SLJ Johnson
- 22-08-19
Heart wrenching and uplifting...
Excellent narrative through one of humanities darkest periods. Sort of lost for words other than it can never happen again.
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